According to two separate reports from Ukrainian media, citing their own sources, Mykhailo Mudryk has reportedly failed a doping test. The winger is currently awaiting the results of his B-sample analysis, which will determine whether the positive result from the A-sample collected in late October will stand. At this stage, there has been no official confirmation regarding the specific banned substance involved or whether the test was conducted by the Premier League or UEFA. It is worth noting that UEFA is generally considered more stringent in its doping controls compared to the Premier League.
Mudryk has not played in a competitive match since the Heidenheim game on November 28, where he scored an impressive goal. He has also been absent from matchday squads since December 1, when Chelsea played Aston Villa. The official reason for his absence has been cited as an unspecified illness, though updates on his condition have been sparse and inconsistent across the club’s injury reports. Given Mudryk’s current status in the squad, where he is not a regular starter, the club may prefer to remain tight-lipped if the doping allegations turn out to be true.
There is still a possibility that these claims are unfounded and merely rumors. However, if the reports are accurate, Mudryk could face serious consequences, including a lengthy suspension from professional football. For context, Paul Pogba was handed a four-year ban (later reduced to 18 months on appeal) after testing positive for DHEA while playing in Italy.
If the allegations turn out to be false, it could further damage public trust in the media outlets involved. Unlike typical transfer gossip, this accusation is far more serious and carries significant consequences.
At present, the situation remains uncertain. In the coming hours, days, or even weeks, more information may surface, and time will reveal the truth behind these serious claims.
